History
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From 1930 until the outbreak of World War II I 1941, Warwick went through a period that balanced difficulties and tragedies with excitement and pleasure. Many of the problems encountered were due to …
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Don D'Amato
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2/29/12
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In addition to the school crisis came the impact of the war in Europe and the threat to the United States. Early in 1941, city officials were called upon to preside at a very emotional program when …
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Don D'Amato
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4/11/12
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In August 1788 Rhode Island was the setting for one of the major land battles of the Revolutionary War. The Marquis de Lafayette, in writing of this encounter, termed it "the best fought action of …
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Terry D'Amato Spencer
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11/16/12
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One of Rhode Island's most famous characters, John Brown, was considered a rogue by some, a rascal by others and a pillar of the community by many. Brown was a man who was truly an excellent example …
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Terry D'Amato Spencer
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1/24/13
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Before the Hurricane of 1938 did its damage to …
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The hurricane’s damage to Oakland Beach was so great that many totally abandoned any hope of saving their cottages. Many residents of the area, such as Father Valmore Savignac of St. Rita’s …
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Don D'Amato
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3/28/12
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The pillory was usually constructed so as to …
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Looking at the Rhode Island Colonial Record in many ways is like reading today's newspaper. In both we find reports of murder, robbery and counterfeiting, and in both we sometimes have a problem in …
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Terry D'Amato Spencer
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8/30/12
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The political struggle for power in the city continued with some modifications. In 1942, the Democrats selected Francis J. McCabe as their mayoral candidate. This popular figure had been postmaster …
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Don D'Amato
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4/18/12
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The morale in Rhode Island in July l777 was very low. Newport had been occupied by the British since December 1716 and the colony had undergone a miserable winter with serious food and fuel …
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Terry D'Amato Spencer
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10/11/12
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In 1770, Nathanael Greene Jr., one of America's greatest Revolutionary War generals, wrote to his friend, Samuel Ward: “I compare a Country Life to a Clear Sky and a Serene air, for there and …
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Terry D'Amato Spencer
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11/8/12
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This summer wigwam is the type of dwelling in …
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From this column forward I will be proudly submitting the writings of my father, Don D’Amato. I hope you all enjoy.The following article on the Narragansett Indians was written in the 1970s and …
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Don D'Amato and Terry Spencer
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7/5/12
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114 views
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